Located in the Odaigahara Mountains of Shimane Prefecture, Revatsumyoganusa Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu and her son Susanoo. The shrine's name, Revatsu, translates to 'sunrise' or 'dawn', reflecting its location at the foot of the mountains where the sun rises.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanoo
- Kami enshrined
- Susanoo, Amaterasu
- Coordinates
- 34.3976514, 132.4248348
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the beauty of Revatsumyoganusa Shrine, visit at sunrise or sunset when the surrounding mountains take on a golden glow.
Cultural notes
The shrine is known for its unique architecture and beautiful gardens. According to legend, Susanoo, the storm god, created a massive wave that destroyed the original shrine, but was later appeased by his sister Amaterasu. The current shrine's design is said to reflect this mythological story.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1868 during the Meiji period as a new shrine to replace an older one that had been destroyed by fire.